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Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995)

At the turn of the century, the Angels returned to Earth, seeking to wipe out humanity in an apocalyptic fury. Devastated, mankind's last remnants moved underground to wait for the day when the Angels would come back to finish the job. Fifteen years later, that day has come... but this time, humanity is ready to fight back with terrifying bio-mechanical weapons known as the Evangelions. Watch as Shinji, Rei, Asuka and the rest of the mysterious shadow agency Nerv battle to save earth from total annihilation.

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  1. 02

    Gunbuster

    Strong story similarity

    1988 · 28 min · Action & Adventure · Animation · Sci-Fi & Fantasy · War & Politics

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    In the near future, humanity has taken its first steps towards journeying into the far reaches of the galaxy. Upon doing so they discover a huge race of insectoid aliens known as "Space Monsters." These aliens seem dedicated to the eradication of mankind as they near closer and closer to discovering Earth. In response, humanity develops giant fighting robots piloted by hand-picked youth from around the world. Shortly after the discovery of the aliens, Noriko Takaya, the daughter of a famous deceased space captain, enters a training school despite her questionable talents as a pilot. There, she meets her polar opposite, the beautiful and talented Kazumi Amano, and is unexpectedly made to work together with her as they attempt to overcome the trauma of war as well as their own emotions.

    Why it connects

    • strong story and style similarity
    • shared themes: anime and mecha
    • shared genre DNA
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  2. 03

    Casshern Sins

    Similar atmosphere

    2008 · 24 min · Animation · Drama · Sci-Fi & Fantasy

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    After the murder of Luna, the robot society that rules the planet starts to rust and decay. Death and despair spread through the land like wildfire. The only one unaffected by the affliction that becomes known as "The Ruin" is Luna's assassin, Casshern. Unable to remember if he really triggered this capital sin against the entire mechanized civilization, Casshern embarks on a journey to unravel the mystery that connects him, Luna, and the plague.

    Why it connects

    • strong genre and series-style overlap
    • shared themes: anime and psychological
    • shared network: Tatsunoko Production
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  3. 04

    Texhnolyze

    Similar atmosphere

    2003 · 23 min · Animation · Drama · Sci-Fi & Fantasy

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    Denizens of Lux have come to call it "The City" and treat it as a sentient force. Three factions vie for control of the city: the Organo, a strictly professional conglomerate with ties to the criminal underworld in the prosthetics business; the Union, a fanatical populist group interfering with Organo's affairs; and Racan, a marauding group of Texhnolyzed youths.

    Why it connects

    • strong shared themes: anime and cyberpunk
    • strong genre and series-style overlap
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  4. 05

    D.Gray-man

    Strong story similarity

    2006 · 25 min · Action & Adventure · Animation · Mystery · Sci-Fi & Fantasy

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    Darkness is moving in, and young exorcist Allen Walker is humanity's greatest hope against the wicked forces conspiring to bring civilization to its knees. Akuma – cruel spirits born of tragedy and lost souls – lurk in every shadow, willing and eager to do the bidding of their leader, the dread Millennium Earl. With an eye cursed to see evil in its truest form and blessed with an arm to slay soul-devouring demons, Allen stands ready to confront the gathering evil. Should he fail, Innocence will be lost forever. The war to decide the fate of mankind has begun – and the carnage will be endless.

    Why it connects

    • strong story and style similarity
    • shared genre DNA
    • shared network: TV Tokyo
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  5. 06

    Haibane Renmei

    Similar atmosphere

    2002 · 24 min · Animation · Drama · Sci-Fi & Fantasy

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    A dream of falling from the sky...and then birth. Rakka is born from a large cocoon into the Old Home, greeted by a group of female beings with small wings on their backs and shining halos above their heads. Soon Rakka’s own wings grow, a halo is placed on her head and she is told that she must work in the nearby town of Grie. She soon realizes that the town and the entire world they live in are confined behind the Wall, a tall, impenetrable wall that none except the mysterious Toga are allowed to exit.

    Why it connects

    • strong shared themes: angel and anime
    • strong genre and series-style overlap
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  6. 08

    Hell Girl

    Strong story similarity

    2005 · 25 min · Animation · Drama · Mystery · Sci-Fi & Fantasy

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    A supernatural system allows people to take revenge by having other people sent to Hell via the services of a mysterious entity and her assistants who implement this system. Revenge, injustice, hatred, and the nature of human emotions are common themes throughout the series.

    Why it connects

    • strong story and style similarity
    • strong shared themes: anime and psychological
    • strong genre and series-style overlap
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  7. 09

    Mobile Suit Gundam SEED

    Shared themes

    2002 · 24 min · Action & Adventure · Animation · Sci-Fi & Fantasy · War & Politics

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    Cosmic Era 71. Mankind has developed into two subspecies: Naturals, who reside on Earth, and Coordinators, genetically enhanced humans capable of withstanding the rigors of space who inhabit orbital colonies known as PLANTs. The story revolves around a young Coordinator named Kira Yamato, who becomes involved in the war between the two races after a neutral space colony secretly developing mobile suits for the Earth Alliance is attacked by the PLANTs' military force, ZAFT.

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    • shared themes: anime and mecha
    • shared genre DNA
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    Ghost Hunt

    Same network

    2006 · 25 min · Animation · Drama · Mystery

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    Telling ghost stories is a favorite past time of Mai Taniyama and her friends—that is, until she meets 17-year-old Kazuya Shibuya, the man sent by Shibuya Psychic Research Center to investigate paranormal activity at a supposedly haunted school. When Mai gets caught in a dangerous situation, she is rescued by Kazuya's assistant. Saving her lands the assistant incapacitated, and Kazuya demands that Mai become his assistant, instead...

    Why it connects

    • substantial genre overlap
    • shared network: TV Tokyo
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